(3) 4-6 Illustrated by Matthew McElligott. The reanimated founding father (Benjamin Franklinstein Lives!), with Victor's help, aims to determine whether he was awakened intentionally. He's also puzzling out the similarly undead Wright brothers' connection with vampire bats terrorizing Philadelphia. Fast-paced, humorous, and just shy of too ridiculous, the series continues to be entertaining while also teaching a tiny bit of real history.

Reviewer: Betsy Murray

(3) 4-6 Illustrated by Matthew McElligott. What if Benjamin Franklin didn't die but instead placed himself in suspended animation so he could come back in the future to help humanity? This situation confronts young Victor, who's just trying to win the science fair. The bizarre and entertaining plot thickens as reanimated Ben is half founding-father, half rampaging monster. Effectively varied illustrations include both molecular diagrams and zombie stick figures.

Reviewer: Betsy Murray